Countdown to NFR Barrel Racing: #8 Jessica Routier Interview
Name: Jessica Routier
Hometown: Buffalo, SD
Rank: 8th
2023 Winnings: $118,973
NFR Qualifications: 6 (2018-2023)
DNCFR/RNCFR Qualifications:12
Career Earnings: $986,418
Biggest Win of 2023: Winning the NFR Open
Horse(s): Fiery Miss West “Missy” – 12-year-old palomino mare; High on Smoothies “Nicki” – 8-year-old mare; Fiery Miss Daisy “Daisy” – 5 year old mare.
Who will you run in the first round: Missy
Strategy for NFR: One barrel at a time, but I’m not going to safety up. Trust my horses and go for it every round.
Saddle: Martin Saddlery Fearless
Top 3 favorite bits: Carol Goosetree Chain Snaffle Delight; Carol Goosetree Simplicity Chain Snaffle; Troy Flaharty Square Twisted Snaffle.
Horse leg Protection: Whinney Wear polo wraps and Whinney wear or 5-Star bell boots
Jeans and Shirts: Cowgirl Tuff
Hat: Star of the West
Truck: Ford
Trailer: Lakota from Rodeo Rigs
Must haves in truck and trailer: I’ve got to have Coca-cola, magnawave, Amare Edge, and my feather pillow.
Travel partners: My kids!
Motto: Worrying only makes you suffer twice.
Favorite Food on the road: Pizza!
What defines a champion: A champion is someone who always strives to do what is right and does not back down in the face of adversity.
Advice: There are a million different ways to have success. You can learn something from everyone. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
